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What does the Bible say about Judas Iscariot's role among the apostles?

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Judas Iscariot was called to be an apostle but was ultimately not one of the true, elect apostles chosen by Christ.

Judas Iscariot was counted among the twelve apostles and was personally chosen by Jesus Christ. However, despite having the office of an apostle, his actions indicated that he was not truly chosen as one of God's elect. In John 6:70, Jesus remarkably referred to Judas as a devil, showing that outward appearances do not reflect inward reality. As Peter articulated in Acts 1, the scripture must be fulfilled regarding Judas, confirming the sovereign plan of God, which included the betrayal by Judas as prophesied in Psalm 41:9. Ultimately, Christ knew that Judas would fulfill this role, but he was not among the true apostles chosen before the foundation of the world.
Scripture References: John 6:70, Acts 1:15-17, Psalm 41:9

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